How Many Vehicle Stickers Need to Be Displayed on a Motor Vehicle?
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Motor vehicles are required to display 2 stickers: the Motor Vehicle Inspection Compliance Label and the Compulsory Insurance Label. Some regions have begun pilot programs to eliminate the physical Compulsory Insurance Label in favor of electronic insurance policies. The Inspection Compliance Label serves as proof that the vehicle has passed safety inspections, enabling traffic management authorities to enforce strict oversight of road-going vehicles, ensure regular safety technical inspections, and prevent non-compliant vehicles from operating on roads. The Compulsory Insurance Label is a key identifier showing that a vehicle is covered by mandatory insurance and must be affixed to the upper right corner of the windshield for inspection by traffic authorities. Failure to properly display this label may result in vehicle impoundment by traffic management authorities.
I've been driving for almost ten years, and this matter of car stickers really needs attention. In China, generally, motor vehicles need to display two or three main stickers, such as those commonly seen in the upper right corner of the windshield: one is the compulsory traffic insurance sticker, proving you have insurance; another is the annual vehicle inspection sticker, indicating the vehicle has passed the annual review; in some major cities like Beijing, an additional environmental protection sticker is required to show emission compliance. I've seen many people fined for forgetting to display these stickers, costing them several hundred yuan each time, which is quite a loss. With rapid technological advancements, many places have now adopted electronic stickers, eliminating the need for paper versions—just show them on a mobile app. However, older vehicles still retain paper stickers, which need to be replaced periodically to avoid expiration. Displaying these stickers isn't just about compliance with regulations; more importantly, it facilitates traffic police inspections during safe driving, ensuring all vehicles on the road meet the standards. After buying a car, don't rush to hit the road—first, check these details to avoid trouble later on.
